The attitude of equally simplifying picture and color was a leading feature for Saryan…When choosing a characterizing color, he reveals himself both as a colorist and a prophet of a mysterious soul of objects. The instinct in his blood prompts a genuinely oriental range of colors. Blending one simple hue with another he succeeds in bringing the impression of versatility and luxury.

Translated from M. Voloshin.
“About Saryan”, p.62.